Ford F-Series Fuel Pump Recall: What’s Failing & What to Do

The truck runs fine until it bucks, coughs, and dies on a hot day with half a tank showing. No warning. No limp mode. Just a dead pedal and a lot of guessing.

Think it’s the fuel pump recall? Makes sense. But the problem isn’t that simple. There are two separate fuel pump failures hitting the F-Series right now. One’s a faulty module inside the tank.

The other strikes diesel trucks, high-pressure pump grenades tied to biodiesel breakdown. Different parts. Different symptoms. Different fixes. Chase the wrong one and you’re wasting time, cash, maybe even risking another stall.

This guide cuts through the noise. We’ll show you how each recall plays out on the road, what Ford’s actually doing, and how to check if your VIN’s in the danger zone. If your truck’s stalling or running rough, don’t brush it off.

Know which issue you’re dealing with, what to demand from Ford, and how to get it fixed for good.

1. Two recalls, two failures: don’t mix them up

At first glance, it sounds like one mess: Ford trucks stalling due to fuel pump trouble. But under the hood, it’s two very different recalls, hitting two different systems, across both gas and diesel F-Series trucks.

NHTSA Recall 25V-455 (Ford 25S75)

A gas-side failure inside the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM). It hits 2021–2022 F-150s and 2021–2023 Super Duty trucks. Then there’s 24V-957, which targets 6.7L diesel engines with high-pressure pumps that wear out fast when fed aged biodiesel.

Separate problems. Separate symptoms. And if you’re chasing the wrong one, you’ll burn time, misdiagnose parts, and risk getting stranded all over again.

Gasoline trucks: The FDM recall that stalls without warning

25V-455 hits the low-pressure side, specifically the pump module in the tank. It struggles with tight clearances and jet pump clogs, especially when the fuel level’s low. That leads to friction, vapor lock, and full stalls. Most happen on hot days with a third of a tank or less. No warning. Just a stall in motion.

Diesel trucks: The HPFP recall tied to aged biodiesel

24V-957 hits the 6.7L Power Stroke. The high-pressure pump wears down when run on degraded biodiesel blends. The rollers inside the CP4-style pump break down, shed metal, and choke out the system. You’ll feel it as power loss or derating, and in many cases, a full engine stall.

The fixes couldn’t be more different

There’s still no hardware fix for the FDM issue. Ford’s only sending interim letters, and affected trucks are under stop-sale. Diesel owners, though, can already get a PCM calibration update.

It adjusts fuel delivery logic to cut down internal deposits. And if your truck was built after August 23, 2021? You’ve already got the upgraded pump.

If your truck’s running rough or stalling, don’t guess. Confirm your fuel type, check for DTCs, and look up your VIN. One recall leaves you in limbo. The other’s ready for service.

2. Inside the gas recall: Ford’s FDM stall problem runs deep

This one’s the real troublemaker for gas trucks. Recall 25V-455 (Ford 25S75) centers on a defect inside the Fuel Delivery Module, the low-pressure pump inside the tank. It doesn’t just wear out. It fails when the stakes are high: heat, load, and a low tank. And the fix? Still in the wind.

A long list of trucks are in the blast radius

It’s not just F-150s. This recall covers nearly 850,000 vehicles, including Super Duty trucks (2021–2023) and several SUVs and crossovers that share the same FDM: Bronco, Explorer, Expedition, Mustang, Aviator, Navigator, you name it.

What fails: jet-pump clogs and friction overload

Two design flaws are colliding here. First, debris gums up the jet pump when the tank’s nearly empty, blocking flow to the pickup.

Second, the pump’s internal tolerances are too tight, a mismatch between a Tier-3 supplier and Phinia, the Tier-1 integrator. The result? Friction, heat, and vapor lock. Trucks stall during completely normal conditions, like a warm-day cruise with a third of a tank.

It starts with hesitation, ends with a dead truck

The lead-up’s quiet: a stumble at idle, a mild stutter, maybe a CEL. Then the whole thing cuts out. No limp mode, no restart, just a stalled truck.

Common DTCs include P008A, P0191, and P0087, all pointing to low-pressure faults. The problem is sneaky; filters often look clean, which throws off diagnostics. Shops may waste time blaming injectors or sensors.

Don’t confuse this with a diesel HPFP failure

This is where things go sideways. Gasoline techs sometimes chase the wrong failure tree. This isn’t a CP4 grenade. It’s not metal debris. It’s low-side starvation, pure and simple. And it’s already recalled.

Ford closed it, then reopened it. Here’s the timeline

Ford’s Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG) spotted the trend back in September 2022. Phinia made tweaks by the end of the year, and Ford closed the case in July 2023. But complaints kept stacking.

After Bronco stall reports hit NHTSA, the agency opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24-019 in mid-2024. That pushed Ford to reopen the case in April 2025, trace the flaw to a Tier-3 supplier, and officially issue the recall by June 30, 2025.

Still no fix, owners told to wait and watch

Ford hasn’t released a repair yet. Affected new trucks are frozen under stop-sale. Existing owners get a letter and a waitlist. Ford’s current advice? Keep your tank above half, avoid idling in extreme heat, and cross your fingers.

If it stalls, Ford will cover roadside help, but only if the dealer connects it to this recall. Many won’t. And with no timeline for a permanent repair, it’s on the owner to stay alert, push for documentation, and avoid getting left on the side of the road.

3. Diesel trucks, high pressure, bad fuel: a dangerous mix

While gas trucks are stalling in traffic, Ford’s 6.7L Power Stroke diesels are facing a different beast. Recall 24V-957 takes aim at a high-pressure fuel pump failure that starts with bad biodiesel and ends in shredded metal.

It’s not a hardware defect out of the gate; it’s chemical decay inside the tank that eats the pump from within.

Which trucks are hit, and which are skipped

About 295,000 trucks are covered. That includes 2020–2022 F-250 through F-600 models, plus medium-duty F-650 and F-750 units.

But not every 6.7L is included. 2019 models with the same CP4 pump are excluded, and that’s stirred plenty of backlash from owners who’ve already shelled out for repairs.

What actually fails, and why biodiesel’s the villain

It starts with degraded biodiesel blends, especially fuel that’s been sitting too long or stored wrong. Those blends leave deposits on the rollers inside the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP).

That debris jacks up friction, wrecks the rolling motion, and wears the pump down. Once metal starts shaving off, it travels through the system, fuel lines, rails, and injectors all take a hit.

This isn’t slow wear. It’s a rapid cascade failure. Left unchecked, it can take the engine down with it.

The symptoms are ugly and fast-moving

Power drops. Engine cranks slow. Then it stalls. Once metal hits the rails, injector damage is almost a guarantee. In most cases, the full high-pressure system needs replacement. No “just limp it home” here, when this hits, it’s over.

Ford’s fix is software, not parts

The official remedy is a PCM calibration update, already rolling out at dealers. It tweaks fuel delivery to cut down the conditions that cause buildup. Ford also redesigned the CP4 pump with wider tolerances, and all trucks built after August 23, 2021, use the new version.

But not every owner’s buying it. Many know the CP4’s reputation and aren’t convinced a software patch can undo damage from bad fuel. Forums are full of skeptics asking: “How’s a flash gonna clean a worn pump?” Fair point. It might help prevent new damage, but it won’t fix a pump that’s already failing.

Who’s left out, and why it matters

Ford left 2019 Super Duty trucks off the recall, even though they run the same CP4 design. That’s triggered a wave of complaints, especially from owners who’ve already paid out of pocket.

If you’ve got one of those trucks and start seeing fuel system symptoms, get everything documented. You’re not in 24V-957, but a strong paper trail and NHTSA complaint may help force a case for reimbursement later.

4. FDM or HPFP? Match the symptom before chasing the fix

Truck stalls. Fuel codes pop. Power drops mid-haul. The key question isn’t what broke, it’s which system broke. Misreading the failure means chasing the wrong part or waiting for a recall that doesn’t apply.

Use this cheat sheet to pin down the failure fast: gas-side FDM (low pressure) vs diesel HPFP (high pressure). It’s how you separate the two when the truck gives you almost nothing to go on.

Stalling? These clues tell you which pump’s to blame

If your gas truck stalls in the heat with a third of a tank left, FDM’s your likely cause. If you’re in a diesel with metal in the lines or full power loss, the HPFP is almost always to blame.

This is the fork in the road. Nail the right system first, or the fix becomes a wild goose chase.

5. What to do now: step-by-step actions that actually matter

If your truck’s stalling, misfiring, or you just got the letter, don’t wait to sort it out at the dealership. This is your checklist: what to check, what to track, and how to protect yourself while Ford gets its act together.

Step 1: Start with the VIN, no guessing

Punch in your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and Ford’s recall lookup. You’ll find the VIN on the lower-left corner of the windshield or inside the door jamb. If there’s an active campaign, it’ll show up. Don’t rely on mail. Don’t trust dealer’s memory.

Reminder: Safety recalls don’t expire. If it’s open, Ford owes the fix, free of charge, no matter how long you’ve owned the truck.

Step 2: Got the diesel recall? Book the update now

If your truck falls under 24V-957, the software patch is ready today. Get it done. Have the service advisor confirm the calibration ID was updated. Then stick with quality diesel, no bargain-bin stations, no unmarked biodiesel blends.

Step 3: Got the FDM recall? Stay alert, there’s no fix yet

For 25V-455, all you get is a warning letter. No repair. Until Ford releases a remedy, keep the tank over half full, especially in warm weather. Don’t idle long in extreme heat. If it stalls, pull over, call Ford roadside, and have it towed, not restarted.

At the dealer, make sure they log the visit under the recall, even if they can’t repair it yet. That paper trail matters later.

Step 4: Don’t show up empty-handed

Bring ammo. These records strengthen your case and protect your wallet.

Keep these on hand for Ford (and yourself)

6. Deep under the hood: what’s actually breaking inside the pumps

You’ve seen the symptoms. You’ve read the recall. Now here’s the part most drivers don’t hear: what’s really going wrong inside these fuel systems.

The gas-side failure: friction, vapor, and tight margins

The FDM in Ford’s gas trucks uses a jet pump to pull fuel from the tank’s low spots. That jet relies on suction from a restriction, but when the orifices clog with debris, flow drops fast.

Add in out-of-spec clearances from a Tier-3 vendor, and friction shoots up. Heat follows. Pressure drops. Vapor forms. That’s when the engine starves.

It’s like trying to sip thick shake through a straw full of gunk, while the pump’s already overheating.

The diesel-side failure: rollers grind, shavings spread

The CP4-style high-pressure pump builds pressure using rollers riding a cam lobe. It works until fuel quality drops. With aged or poor-lubricity biodiesel, those rollers start to slip instead of roll. That friction eats the roller faces, generating metal that floods the rails, injectors, and return lines.

Once that starts, it’s not a pump job, it’s a full fuel-system teardown. That’s why diesel owners dread it. Not a slow fade, a snowball toward a $6,000 repair.

Quick field checks that save you hours

No teardown? No problem. These quick tests will point you in the right direction:

• Fuel pressure PID scan: Compare actual vs target on both low- and high-pressure sides. Look for lag or erratic swings.

• Return volume test: Reveals over-return from injectors or leaking internal seals.

• Fuel sample check: Pull a clear vial or probe the filter. Look for shimmer, fine metal floating, or sticking to a magnet.

Catch the problem early, and you might save the system. Wait too long, and you’re pricing out a full replacement.

7. Don’t get distracted: this recall’s about fuel, not dashboards or axles

Ford’s been hammered this year. With 89 separate recalls in just the first half of 2025, it’s easy to tune out the headlines. Blank instrument clusters, snapped rear axles, power brake failures, the recall list keeps growing.

But this isn’t just another line item.

These fuel system failures hit harder than most. They aren’t flaky electronics or loose bolts. They can shut the engine down without warning. And for the gas-side recall, there’s still no repair in sight.

Why this isn’t just “another Ford issue”

A lot of Ford’s 2025 recalls involve minor bugs or nuisance failures. Not this one. The FDM and HPFP recalls cover breakdowns that can cut power mid-drive, strand you in traffic, or destroy the fuel system from the inside out.

This isn’t just a safety risk. It’s a costly guessing game. Get the wrong diagnosis, and you’ll throw parts at the truck with zero payoff.

Stay focused, match the problem to the right recall

No matter how many other defects pop up, your job as the owner is clear:

• Know what fuel you’re running

• Match the behavior to the failure pattern

• Look up your VIN

• Log everything that happens

Don’t let a dealership confuse this with some unrelated campaign. If you’re stalling, misfiring, or dropping power, and the basics check out, there’s a good chance you’re caught in one of these two recall nets. Only one has a fix available right now.

8. Fast answers: what owners are actually asking

The recall letter gives you the basics. But real-world owners are asking sharper questions, stuff the official docs skip. Here’s what they’re saying, and what you need to know.

My F-150 stalled with half a tank. Is it the fuel pump recall?

Probably, yes. If it’s a 2021–2022 gas F-150, that lines up with Recall 25V-455. The stall with no warning and a partially full tank is a textbook symptom. Run your VIN to verify. Until the repair’s released, keep the tank over half and document every incident.

I’ve got a 2020 Super Duty diesel. Will the PCM update stop this?

It can help, but it’s not a magic fix. The software update tweaks how the truck handles fuel delivery, which may slow down the wear tied to aged biodiesel. But if your pump’s already damaged, the update won’t reverse anything. You’ll need a full diagnostic check to see if metal’s already in the system.

I have a 2019 6.7L with the same CP4 pump, but no recall. Now what?

You’re not covered yet. Ford left 2019 Super Dutys out of 24V-957, despite using the same high-pressure pump. If your truck shows the same failure signs, especially if there’s metal in the fuel, save every document and file a complaint with NHTSA. Enough cases could trigger an expansion of the recall.

What smart owners are doing right now

Knowing there’s a recall isn’t enough. You need to know which one you’re in, what Ford’s doing about it, and how to stay ahead while the fixes stall out.

If you’re in the FDM recall (25V-455), you’re on defense. There’s no repair yet, just a warning letter and a stop-sale on unsold units.

Your job is to log every symptom, keep the tank above half, and make sure any stall gets tied to the recall through a dealer work order. That record might be the only thing that protects you if this stretches out for months.

If you’re in the diesel HPFP recall (24V-957), you’ve got a shot at prevention. The software update is live; get it flashed. If you’re already seeing power loss or spotting debris in your filter, ask for a full diagnostic. The update won’t reverse damage, but it might keep things from getting worse.

No matter which recall you’re in, the strategy stays the same: move early, document everything, and lean on every tool available, Ford’s help line, NHTSA complaints, and lemon law protections. You can’t speed up the fix, but you can make sure Ford can’t ignore you.

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